Investment Banking Analyst - M&A Activism & Raid Defense
Company: Bank of America
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common
purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of
every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and
delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders
every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive
Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an
inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent,
supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial
wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an
impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to
an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based
attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility
for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific
considerations. At Bank of America, you can build a successful
career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join
us! Job Description: The Activism & Raid Defense team advises
executives and boards of directors of public companies on
shareholder activism, hostile and contested M&A, and other
shareholder advisory matters. This role will be responsible for
performing financial, statistical, corporate governance, and
shareholder analyses, conducting research, and preparing client
presentation materials. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented,
analytically driven, and eager to learn about the dynamic field of
activism defense within investment banking. Responsibilities: As an
Analyst in the M&A Activism & Raid Defense team you will: Play
a key role defending clients in live activism defense situations,
including proxy fights and hostile and contested M&A
transactions. Create client presentations regarding shareholder
activism. Assist clients in preparing for hostile activity,
including preparing activism vulnerability assessments across a
range of factors including TSR, valuation, operational performance,
capital return, leverage, M&A/divestitures, takeover defenses,
governance, board and ESG to identify companies that may be
targeted by activist investors and help formulate corresponding
rebuttals to potential activist arguments. Conduct in-depth
research on activist investors, market trends, and potential risks
that clients may face. Collect, organize and analyze financial data
to support recommendations and strategy development. Assist in
coordinating information flow and execution in collaboration with
industry groups. Serve as a key resource working closely with
Associates, VPs, and Directors to create client deliverables and
meet ad-hoc client requests. Skills/Experience: 0-1 year of
relevant experience in Investment Banking Bachelor's degree or
equivalent degree and/or work experience Proficient in Microsoft
Office, especially Excel Analytical Thinking Data Visualization
Financial Analysis Oral Communications Profitability Analysis
Attention to Detail Business Acumen Business Analytics Data Quality
Management Financial Forecasting and Modeling Due Diligence Market
Analysis Process Management Recruiting Research Shift: 1st shift
(United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40 Pay Transparency
details US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA
TOWER (NY1100) Pay and benefits information Pay range $110,000.00 -
$125,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on
experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive
eligible This role is eligible to participate in the annual
discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual
discretionary award based on their overall individual performance
results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their
line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the
Company. Benefits This role is currently benefits eligible. We
provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off,
resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine
impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and
the communities we serve.
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